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At #VeniceWinterSchool2026, Josep Casas Miralles shared how Cataloniaβs Neighbourhoods and Towns Plan tackles urban inequality across 117 municipalities πͺπΈ Real regeneration demands a 3-pillar approach: ποΈ Urban & physical space π± Climate & pre-1980 retrofits π€ Social equity
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Author Nicholas Enrich recounts USAID purge, says he was put on administrative leave after releasing internal memos
At an Arlington Public Library event, Nicholas Enrich described how the 2025 transition and an outsider 'Doge' team led to widespread terminations at USAID; he said he released memos documenting blocked lifeβsaving work and was placed on administrative leave the same day.
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PSC approves state broadband grants after debate over targeting unserved locations
The Public Service Commission voted to approve broadband expansion awards for fiscal year 2026 after endorsing staff recommendations that prioritize 'target' unserved locations; commissioners also delegated authority to make additional awards if recipients decline.
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Three federal departments pay $99.3m in redundancies amid workforce restructuring
Three major Australian federal departments - Home Affairs, Education and Agriculture - collectively paid out $99.3 million in redundancy payments during the 2025-26 financial year, according to a Canberra Times analysis of annual reports. The Home Affairs department led with $74.9 million in redundancy costs, a nearly tenfold increase from the previous year's $7.9 million. This department processed 679 staff departures through its voluntary redundancy program, with over half of 'other highly paid staff' receiving termination payments. The department's spokesperson stated the redundancies would deliver estimated salary savings in 2026-27 exceeding the $74.89 million cost of the program, providing a net financial benefit within the first full year. Meanwhile, Education department's redundancy costs rose to $13 million, more than three times the previous year's $4.3 million, while its expenditure on labour hire contracts increased by 28% to $14.1 million. Agriculture department's redundancy expenses jumped more than six times from $1.8 million to $11.4 million. The Community and Public Sector Union has criticized the government for continuing to increase spending on external contractors while cutting permanent staff, calling it 'wasteful and ineffective' and noting that public sector workers left behind must 'do more with less'. The Home Affairs department also reduced its external contractor spending from $344.7 million to $321.2 million, though it faces a major decision in mid-2027 regarding a $261.2 million outsourced contract with Datacom Connect that is due to expire. The union has urged the government to insource the contact centre services covered by this contract, which critics argue should be brought back in-house under the federal government's insourcing policy.
citizenportal.ai
DRS benchmarking shows median administrative costs; portal upgrade tied to backend replacement
DRS told trustees a CEM Benchmarking survey places DRS near peer medians on cost per member but slightly below peer median on service (phone/email responsiveness and some portal measures). Staff said a backend system replacement is underway, expected to finish next year, and that a portal upgrade request is pending OFM/governor approval.
citizenportal.ai
PSC approves state broadband grants after debate over targeting unserved locations
The Public Service Commission voted to approve broadband expansion awards for fiscal year 2026 after endorsing staff recommendations that prioritize 'target' unserved locations; commissioners also delegated authority to make additional awards if recipients decline.
en.killbait.com
Three federal departments pay $99.3m in redundancies amid workforce restructuring
Three major Australian federal departments - Home Affairs, Education and Agriculture - collectively paid out $99.3 million in redundancy payments during the 2025-26 financial year, according to a Canberra Times analysis of annual reports. The Home Affairs department led with $74.9 million in redundancy costs, a nearly tenfold increase from the previous year's $7.9 million. This department processed 679 staff departures through its voluntary redundancy program, with over half of 'other highly paid staff' receiving termination payments. The department's spokesperson stated the redundancies would deliver estimated salary savings in 2026-27 exceeding the $74.89 million cost of the program, providing a net financial benefit within the first full year. Meanwhile, Education department's redundancy costs rose to $13 million, more than three times the previous year's $4.3 million, while its expenditure on labour hire contracts increased by 28% to $14.1 million. Agriculture department's redundancy expenses jumped more than six times from $1.8 million to $11.4 million. The Community and Public Sector Union has criticized the government for continuing to increase spending on external contractors while cutting permanent staff, calling it 'wasteful and ineffective' and noting that public sector workers left behind must 'do more with less'. The Home Affairs department also reduced its external contractor spending from $344.7 million to $321.2 million, though it faces a major decision in mid-2027 regarding a $261.2 million outsourced contract with Datacom Connect that is due to expire. The union has urged the government to insource the contact centre services covered by this contract, which critics argue should be brought back in-house under the federal government's insourcing policy.
citizenportal.ai
DRS benchmarking shows median administrative costs; portal upgrade tied to backend replacement
DRS told trustees a CEM Benchmarking survey places DRS near peer medians on cost per member but slightly below peer median on service (phone/email responsiveness and some portal measures). Staff said a backend system replacement is underway, expected to finish next year, and that a portal upgrade request is pending OFM/governor approval.
en.killbait.com
Statistics Canada postpones office mandate for Ottawa-Gatineau public servants until January
Statistics Canada has announced a delay in implementing a four-day office work mandate for public servants in the Ottawa-Gatineau region, pushing the effective date to January. The decision comes as part of ongoing adjustments to workplace policies following the pandemic. The agency, which is responsible for collecting and analyzing statistical data for the Canadian government, had initially planned to require employees to work from the office four days a week. However, the new timeline allows for a more gradual transition, with the mandate now set to begin in January 2027. This delay provides additional time for employees and management to prepare for the change, particularly in light of the ongoing challenges related to remote work arrangements. The move aligns with broader government efforts to balance workplace flexibility with operational needs. While the exact reasons for the delay were not specified in the announcement, it is understood that feedback from employees and the need for further planning contributed to the decision. The agency emphasized that the change is intended to support a more sustainable work environment while maintaining the quality of statistical services provided to the public. This adjustment reflects the evolving nature of workplace policies in the public sector as organizations continue to adapt to post-pandemic realities. The announcement was made on October 23, 2026, and is expected to impact approximately 1,500 employees across the Ottawa-Gatineau region. The delay has been welcomed by many public servants who have expressed concerns about the previous timeline being too abrupt. The Statistics Canada office in Ottawa, which has been a key location for the agency's operations, will continue to serve as the central hub for statistical analysis and data collection during this transition period.
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FC Balochistan Provides Free Public Assistance Through 181 Service Centres
Frontier Corps Balochistan has established free public service centres across 24 districts of the province, providing basic assistance to residents and
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